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Modoc County Notary Oath and Bond Filing
Filing your notary oath and bond in Modoc County is a required step after receiving your California notary commission. This guide covers exactly where to go, what to bring, the filing fees, and how to schedule your appointment. If you don’t have your notary bond yet, you can purchase one here.
Where to File in Modoc County
Office: Modoc County Clerk-Elections
Address: 108 E. Modoc Street, Alturas, CA 96101
Phone: (530) 233-6200
Website: https://www.countyofmodoc.gov/550/Notary-Public
Filing Fees
- $17.00 total baseline fee for a 1-page bond ($7.00 payable to the Modoc County Clerk for filing the oath; $10.00 payable to the Modoc County Recorder for the first page of the bond recording).
- $3.00 per page (payable to the Recorder) for each additional page of the bond.
Payment Options
Accepted:
- Cash.
- Check or Money Order.
- Debit/ATM cards are accepted in-person only.
Appointment Requirements
Appointments are not required in Modoc County.
Notary filings are handled purely on a walk-in basis. Office Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM. Daily Lunch Closure: The entire office completely shuts down and locks its doors from 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM every single day for lunch.
Applicants are advised to avoid arriving during the midday hour or right at 4:30 PM so the clerk has ample time to cross-route the separate files to the Recorder side.
What to Bring
- Original notary commission certificate
- $15,000 notary bond
- Two unsigned oath of office forms
- Valid photo ID
- Payment for filing fees
Important Tips
- You must file within 30 calendar days of your commission start date
- Arrive early for your appointment
- Double-check your bond for accuracy before filing
Mail Filing Option
Modoc County also offers mail filing. The applicant must first take their oath of office before an active Notary Public within Modoc County to have the swearing forms executed. Send a copy of the Secretary of State commission certificate, two completed copies of the Oath of Office (signed by the administering notary), the original $15,000 surety bond, a duplicate copy of the bond (which the county requires for filing confirmation), and both required separate checks ($7.00 to Modoc County Clerk and $10.00 to Modoc County Recorder). Mailing Address: Modoc County Clerk’s Office, 108 E. Modoc Street, Alturas, CA 96101.
Always confirm current options with the county before mailing documents by calling them at Phone: (530) 233-6205.
Next Steps
Once your oath and bond are filed, you are officially authorized to begin working as a California notary public!